Institute of Catholic Culture

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Homer's Iliad Oct 01, 2024

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Homer’s epic poem, The Iliad, has influenced countless works of literature through its poetic expression, perennial themes, and moral lessons. Join Dr. Anthony Esolen for a guided book study of this foundational work.

Let Them Be Born in Wonder Sep 24, 2024

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How do we begin to renew a sense of wonder and appreciation of the real world around us? In this lecture, Bishop James Conley discusses the importance of seeing the world through the integrated lens of faith and sound Christian anthropology.

Fake Facts, Part I Aug 26, 2024

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"Artificial intelligence" is cropping up in many areas of our lives and has generated a fair share of controversy. Join Father Spitzer to consider the deeper philosophical and theological questions provoked by AI.

Fake Facts, Part II Aug 26, 2024

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Lectio Divina Aug 21, 2024

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This talk unpacks Pope Benedict's teaching on divine revelation, how biblical interpretation must reunite history and faith, and why we need a return to the practice of lectio divina, the prayerful meditation on Sacred Scripture.

Sherlock Holmes Aug 12, 2024

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Mr. Holmes and Dr. Watson’s exploits are intriguing reminders that life is a grand adventure laced with mystery—the greatest being the mystery of faith and the mystery of our own selves.

DOMINUS IESUS Aug 05, 2024

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In this lecture, Fr. Eric Bergman explained how this teaching helps us understand true ecumenism without it devolving into religious pluralism, and what the differences and distinctions are in how we view the orthodox, protestants, and Jews.

A Land Without Sunday? Jul 29, 2024

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Do you truly celebrate each Sunday, or merely enjoy a "day off"? Discover the rich reality of the feast that is at the heart of the Church's life in this lecture.

German Idealism Jul 24, 2024

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This talk looks at the devastating consequences of the legacy of modern philosophical positions in biblical scholarship and how this has affected Catholic theology and belief.

Kulturkampf Jul 01, 2024

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This talk examined the "Kulturkampf," the German Empire's attempt to break the power of the Catholic Church in Germany during the 1870s.